Gimpel (mountain) Mountain
Dramatic limestone peak in Tyrol, popular with climbers
A craggy peak in Tyrol's Tannheim Alps, Gimpel attracts rock climbers and mountaineers for steep limestone faces, multi-pitch routes and technical ascents close to the village of Tannheim.
Gimpel (mountain) at a Glance#
How to Get to Gimpel (mountain)#
Typical approaches begin from trailheads in the Tannheim Valley (access via road B199). From valley villages there are marked trails and alpine hut approaches; specific routes and access points depend on the chosen climb and season. Public transport reaches larger towns in Tyrol; mountain roads and local bus services connect to trailheads in summer.
Tips for Visiting Gimpel (mountain)#
- If approaching from Tannheim valley, check local alpine hut staffing-some classic routes use summer‑only huts as staging points.
- For technical climbs of the north faces, hire a licensed mountain guide familiar with local rockfall patterns.
Best Time to Visit Gimpel (mountain)#
Best visited in summer for mountaineering and scrambling; conditions off‑season can be hazardous and require alpine experience.
Weather & Climate near Gimpel (mountain)#
Gimpel (mountain)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1395 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 86 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 0° | -8° | 83 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 98 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 5° | -2° | 109 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 10° | 4° | 127 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 13° | 7° | 161 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 12° | 156 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 101 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -6° - 1° | -7° | 99 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
